Resource Family Specialist I/II/III

Job Duties

• Completes the Child Welfare Core Academy Training Program.
• Assists in the identification and preparation of foster children for a successful transition with adoptive families.
• Consults with other Child Welfare Specialists within other programs.
• Recruits, screens, and prepares prospective adoptive families.
• Aids in the adoption application process and makes approval or disapproval decisions.
• Participates in on-call rotation.

Qualifications

• Child Welfare Specialist, Level I: Completion of 90 hours from an accredited college or university, or 3 years of experience related to child welfare work, or a combination of education and experience.
• Child Welfare Specialist, Level II: Bachelor's degree in any field, or one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.
• Child Welfare Specialist, Level III: Master's degree, or a Bachelor's degree plus one year of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist, or two years of experience as a Child Welfare Specialist.

Pay

• Annual Salary Level I: H23A - $37,280.75 + Full State Employee Benefits
• Annual Salary Level II: H23B - $40,077.79 + Full State Employee Benefits
• Annual Salary Level III: H23C - $43,968.62 + Full State Employee Benefits

Benefits

• Salary incentive of an additional 5% for applicants with a Master's Degree in Social Work.
• On-call positions receive an additional bonus ranging from $75 to $100 every two weeks, depending on responsibilities.

Travel

• Extensive travel is required.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain required car insurance.
• State vehicles are available for use to carry out the duties of the position.